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Brad Thompson

Sheridan, WY

22 years of experience in e-business/e-commerce in managing the full spectrum of related technologies and strategies. From store setup, optimization, and overall workflow design. A treasure trove of information on merchant accounts, anti-fraud technology, web hosting, domains, encryption, VoIP, Cyber security, PCI-DSS, HIPPA, startups, and much more. I can provide highly detailed insights that will save you time and headaches.

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E-commerce Information Security Magento Cloud Applications Web Video Fraud Detection Payment Gateways Web Design & Development Merchant Services Email Management

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E-Commerce

I've been running and setting up e-commerce stores since 2002. Love Magento as a platform.

Internet Payment Technology

I'm an IC for major merchant banks. I understand in detailed how payment networks operate.

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Brad Thompson answered

Do I really need to use Magento for my marketplace?

Magento is on it's way to becoming the number one e-commerce engine. It is a beefy solution, but if you can use e-Bay you can use Magento if you dedicate the time to learn. There is a comprehensive user manual you can download plus 1000s of how to videos on YouTube.

Magento does need a customized hosting environment for proper optimization and load handling, which will cost more than the average mass web hosters out there.

Magento is becoming like the iOS ecosystem with an App Store where you can add a lot of 3rd party features easily. This is a very powerful aspect of Magento.

Main question you need to ask, is: "What is the real potential of my web business?" If you see a lot of sales and large gross numbers being processed, go for Magento. If this is just a hobby of yours, then just stick with the most basic infrastructure possible that does the job.

Also, keep in mind, end of 2015 Magento 2.0 is expected released and will have a lot of changes. Anything you build with it today, expect a large effort in upgrading in the future.

The advice of going with a pre-made system is sound. No one unless they have gazillions of funding builds custom web stores anymore.

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Brad is clear and precise with merchant processing and fraud, recommended!

Peter Wang Source: Clarity

Brad is detailed and never misses a deadline. He is a master at creating and managing a website and ad words. Brad's personality is fun and professional and not only is he a great photographer he also can fix or recommend any bicycle!

Darcie Norris Source: LinkedIn

Brad is great to work with. On my interview we had a very laid-back 3 hour session talking about worldly issues. I learned a lot about Brad even before I began my contract with him. He's very energetic and will give you every tool you need to succeed no matter your position. He is easily one of the most laid-back employers I have ever worked for.

David Eddleman Source: LinkedIn

Member since July 2013